Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, a luxury resort in Rancho Santa Fe

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is a luxury hotel complex located in Rancho Santa Fe, in northern San Diego County (California). It presents itself as the only Relais & Châteaux property in Southern California and holds a Forbes Five-Star rating. The resort opened in 1989 and occupies 45 acres of gardens, olive groves, and citrus orchards.

The property is inspired by Spanish colonial haciendas and offers accommodations exclusively in suites. Its offering combines accommodations, spa, fitness, tennis, and dining in a residential setting in Rancho Santa Fe, near Del Mar.

Accommodations: casitas and private residences

The resort has 49 guest casitas with private patios and fireplaces, plus three private residences. The casitas, newly renovated, range from 900 to 1,300 square feet and are equipped with custom furnishings, 600-thread-count linens, down bedding, Frette towels, Illy espresso machines with milk frothers, nightly turndown service, flat-screen HD TVs, Bang & Olufsen stereos, and Bose CD- and iPod-compatible sound systems.

Casita categories include Agave King, Eucalyptus ADA Two Queen, Olive Grove King, Valencia Suite, and Palm Suite. The private residences include The Hacienda, with a full kitchen, wood-burning fireplaces in almost every room, and three bedroom suites with private baths, and Casa Valencia, a five-bedroom residence with Mexican-Moroccan styling, a pool, outdoor kitchen, dining and outdoor living areas, a private gym, and chef and concierge service upon request.

Spa, fitness, and racquet sports

The spa, with a Forbes Five-Star rating, underwent a major renovation and reopened with an expanded fitness center, locker rooms, lounges, a retail area, and a new salon. The wellness offering includes spa treatments and a wellness-oriented fitness program. The resort also has an award-winning tennis program and facilities for tennis, padel, and pickleball, with specific memberships for these disciplines.

Dining: The Pony Room

The resort's signature restaurant is The Pony Room, which follows a farm-to-table philosophy and offers Coastal Ranch cuisine in an al fresco setting. The resort also offers outdoor breakfasts on The Pony Room terrace or in your own casita.

Meetings, weddings, and events

Rancho Valencia has spaces for meetings and events, and offers packages for weddings and celebrations. The estate presents itself as a venue for exclusive retreats, corporate meetings, and private celebrations, with its own events calendar.

Memberships and other services

The resort offers spa and fitness memberships, as well as a racquet membership covering tennis, padel, and pickleball. It also has a villa owners portal and concierge services. The property maintains sustainable practices and a pet policy, and offers gift cards.

Offers and packages

The site's catalog shows packages such as San Diego Sunshine, with breakfast for two and a $250 resort credit; Stay A Little Longer, which offers the fourth night free when booking three nights in a casita; and Bed & Breakfast, with freshly squeezed orange juice and a newspaper delivered to the casita. These terms correspond to the information published at the time of analysis and may vary.

Location and contact

5921 Valencia Circle (Box 9126), Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 · Phone: (858) 759-6240 · Email: reservations@ranchovalencia.com